Senior Oracle DBA

Description Kforce has a client in Mesa, AZ that is looking for a Senior Oracle Database Administrator (Sr. DBA). This role is responsible for the design, administration, optimization, security, and ongoing support of enterprise database environments. Reporting to the Database Manager, this role partners with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available database solutions that support critical business operations and technology initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

* Design, implement, and maintain Oracle database architectures on Exadata platforms (X4-X10) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
* Administer Oracle resources across Exadata, Autonomous Transaction Processing (ATP), and OCI Golden Gate environments
* Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain Oracle databases (19c and newer)
* Perform backup and recovery activities utilizing RMAN, Data Guard, and OCI-native solutions
* Optimize database performance through SQL tuning, indexing strategies, execution plan analysis, and AWR/ASH reporting
* Configure and support Oracle Active Data Guard and disaster recovery environments
* Lead migrations of on-premises Oracle databases to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
* Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform and OCI Resource Manager
* Design and implement high availability, load balancing, and autoscaling strategies
* Maintain database security through encryption, auditing, access controls, key management, and compliance best practices
* Manage user authentication, authorization, role-based access, and identity integrations in both on-premises and cloud environments
* Execute database migration projects utilizing Data Pump, Transportable Table spaces, Golden Gate, RMAN, and other Oracle migration technologies
* Administer Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), including upgrades, patching, monitoring, and maintenance Requirements
* To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed
* Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus

Job Type Direct Hire Compensation
145000 - $155000